HSBC remarked Cathay Pacific’s earnings are trailing those of China’s “Big Three” airlines.
FlightGlobal observed the gap is widening.
The bank noted lower profit growth and higher cost pressures at Cathay compared with the state‑owned carriers.
A Cathay Pacific aircraft bound for London lost contact temporarily over Romania on Thursday.
The incident triggered a NATO air warning.
Hong Kong Free Press confirmed the airline later acknowledged the temporary loss of contact.
Separate sources said Typhoon Bavi caused major flight cancellations in Taiwan.
Ongoing airspace tensions around Dubai are impacting departures services.